Tax deduction? What tax deduction?
Despite–or perhaps in light of–the recent whirlwind of commentary about new federal laws and the implications for the charitable deduction and charitable giving, it is really important keep in mind that for most individuals, the decision to give is driven by deeply...
U.S. Bank Emerges as IE Housing Champion
Powered by a generous $1 million gift from U.S. Bank, IECF and Neighborhood Partnership Housing Services Inc. (NPHS) have rolled out the Inland Empire Down Payment Assistance program (IEDPA), making homeownership more accessible for low- and moderate-income families...
Elaine Hill Professional Advisor Champion
The power of example was surely at play when Elaine Hill (left, center) suggested Jane Lykken Hoff consider IECF as a one-stop shop to support the philanthropist’s favorite charities in perpetuity. Hill served as an IECF Professional Advisor Champion until she retired...
Robert B. Taylor Scholarships Propel Students at RCC
Education underpinned every aspect of the fruitful life that Rozlyn “Roz” and her husband, respected Riverside attorney Robert “Bob” Taylor, built together. After he died in 2020, Roz wanted to honor his memory and continue his legacy of helping others access...
Beth Higbee Establishes Funds to Honor Her Parents
Beth Higbee wanted to do something to honor her parents, Mary Ellen and Thomas R. Brigante, Claremont-based psychologists who lived their lives to the fullest and inspired many others. “My parents focused on bringing health and happiness to people,” says Higbee, a...
Grantee Spotlight: Community Foundation grant helps About Families Inc. connect families
Parenting is a journey and About Families Inc. wants to walk through it with people. The local nonprofit, which has long been dedicated to empowering parents, supporting children, and strengthening families throughout the region, is taking a recent grant from Inland...
Planting Roots to Grow Policy & Philanthropy
More than 600 nonprofits, funders, philanthropists, and civic leaders from all across Inland Southern California attended Inland Empire Community Foundation’s (IECF) recent Policy and Philanthropy Summit. The annual event, entitled “Common Ground for the Common Good,”...
Grantee Spotlight: Grant to My Safe: Riverside plays key role in battling fire risks
With the threat of California wildfires omnipresent, one non-profit organization has strengthened its mission to deliver wildfire education and awareness to homeowners and residents in Riverside County. To that end, MySafe: Riverside wants to be part of the wildfire...
Grantee Spotlight: Coachella Valley Housing Coalition moves through immigration and housing issues
Pedro Rodriguez, Executive Director and CEO of the Coachella Valley Housing Coalition (CVHC), is in a deeply reflective mood. This month, Rodriguez celebrates his 30-year anniversary with the organization—26 as its CFO, and four in his current role. For Rodriguez,...
Grantee Spotlight: Grant helps FIND Food Bank thwart food insecurity
The desert’s regional food bank is getting a boost in support thanks to a recent grant from Inland Empire Community Foundation. Recently, FIND Food Bank received funding through the Todd Barajas Legacy Fund, which was established in 2016. Debbie Espinosa, President...
